RSMT 3501
Introduction to Research Methods

3.0 Credits

Description

This course will provide an opportunity for participants to establish or advance their understanding of research through critical exploration of research language, ethics, and approaches. The course introduces the language of research, ethical principles and challenges, and the elements of the research process within quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches. Participants will use these theoretical underpinnings to begin to critically review literature relevant to their field or interests and determine how research findings are useful in forming their understanding of their work, social, local and global environment .

Delivery Method

Online Paced.

Prerequisites

In compliance with TRU-Open Learning policy, there are no mandatory prerequisites for this course. However, it is strongly recommended that you have 60 credits of coursework and STAT 1201 or equivalent.

Exclusions

Credit will only be granted for one of HEAL 350, HLTH 3501 or RSMT 3501 .

Objectives

Understand research terminology

Be aware of the ethical principles of research, ethical challenges and approval processes

Describe quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods approaches to research

Recommended Resource

Students are recommended to have access to a print copy of a dictionary of epidemiology, research or statistics or an online glossary. A highly recommended dictionary is: Porta, M. (2014). A dictionary of epidemiology (6th ed). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.

The course also makes reference to a variety of online resources and journals.

Open Learning Faculty Member Information

An Open Learning Faculty Member is available to assist students. Primary communication is through the Learning Environment's "Mail" tool or by phone. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.

Assessment

To successfully complete this course, students must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course and 50% or higher on the mandatory final project.

Tri-council Ethics Certification

As part of the module on Research Ethics, students will work through the Tri-council Research Ethics Certification online program that will provide them with a certificate of completion. Students will need to submit a copy of this certification as part of their final project to complete the course.

Assignment 1

10%

Discussion 1

5%

Assignment 2

10%

Discussion 2

5%

Assignment 3

10%

Discussion 3

5%

Assignment 4

10%

Discussion 4

5%

Final Project *

40%

Total

100%

* Mandatory

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